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Bookkeeper Jobs in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa at Shimansky Jewelry – Cape Town, New York.
Title: Bookkeeper
Company: Shimansky Jewelry – Cape Town, New York.
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
About Shimansky
Shimansky is a globally recognised luxury jewellery brand, proudly rooted in South Africa and renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, innovative design, and commitment to quality. Established in 1991, the brand has built a strong reputation for creating world-class diamond and tanzanite jewellery, with a unique “mine-to-market” approach where each piece is cut, polished, and crafted in-house to achieve maximum brilliance.
With a presence in premier retail locations and an international footprint, Shimansky offers a dynamic and high-performance environment, driven by excellence, precision, and attention to detail.
We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who is organised, reliable, and enjoys working with numbers in a dynamic retail environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day bookkeeping function across multiple entities and will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the finance team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Process and record day-to-day financial transactions
- Manage accounts payable (creditors) and perform regular reconciliations
- Manage accounts receivable (debtors), including invoicing and follow-ups
- Perform monthly reconciliations of accounts and financial records
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial data
- Assist with the preparation of financial information for monthly and year-end processes
- Support the finance team during annual audits
- Liaise with retail stores and assist in resolving financial queries
- Assist with general accounting and administrative tasks as required
REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Well-organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks
- Comfortable working with numbers and financial data
- Basic understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
- Experience in bookkeeping or a related role is advantageous but not essential
- Relevant qualification in accounting/finance is beneficial but not required
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This is a full-time, in-office position
- Candidates with practical bookkeeping experience will be given preference